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Robbie at Al Ricciuti's Stone House, Summer 1988
December 7, 2007
Holly Hollins
November 20, 2007
Joshua,
I am very sorry for your loss, my deepest symphathy goes out to you and your family. You are in my prayers.
Melissa Leibensperger
November 18, 2007
Josh,
Just wanted to offer our condolences from your cousins in PA. I know we didn't know each other very well, It was nice to see you when we seen each other for Grandma Billinglsey memorial service in March of 2004. We can honestly say we know what you are going through. We lost our Mother Gloria(Mohl) the same day your Mom passed away this year. From what I remember and from what my Mom used to tell us your Mom was a great woman. Take Care and God Bless.
Melissa (Mohl) Leibensperger
Tanya (Mohl) Kemmerling
Yvonne McCray
November 13, 2007
Josh, The FLARE Family would like to convey our deepest sympathies. The FLARE Area has grown and thrived because of the tireless efforts your Mother made to promote fair housing and equality throughout the City of Buffalo. A colorful addition to any meeting, Your Mom had the presence of 1000 Warriors and never, ever backed down from a fight. We admire her and will miss her policing the neighborhood, helping the forgotten and fighting for justice. For that and all that she has done over the past 35 years to support this organization and our neighborhood-We say Thank You. Many blessings through this difficult time. Yvonne McCray, on behalf of the Membership, Staff and Board of Directors of FLARE Inc.
Justin Koch
November 13, 2007
Josh,
My sincerest condolences on the passing of your mother.
Nicholas Colitzas
November 12, 2007
Josh, getting to know you gives me a pretty good idea of the kind of person your mother was. (don't worry, that's a compliment). From reading about her in the paper and seeing what kind of person you have become, I know I have missed something by not knowing her personally. I'll keep an eye on your stuff till you get back. Everyone here is thinking of you and your family.
JoyChristine Hollins
November 12, 2007
Joshua,
My heart goes out to you and your family.
Donna Calkins
November 12, 2007
Josh, I am very sorry for your loss. If there is anything that I can do, feel free to let me know. She is now in a place were there is no pain. God bless.......
Jesse Hardy
November 12, 2007
Josh and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know your mother. However, I know she was cared for in her home with family present to demonstrate daily that she is loved and an important part of your life. You are an HERO, for the commitment you made, the love you shared, and the memories you created. I pray I can provide for my family with as much compassion and respect as you have demonstrated. May you find a blanket of friends and loved ones to surround and cushion you in this time of great loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Linda Richmond
November 12, 2007
Josh- my deepest condolences go out to you and your family. I know that your mother meant the world to you. Please let me know if there is anything you need. You are in my prayers___Linda Richmond
Arielle Semrau
November 12, 2007
im so sorry to hear about your loss. i didnt know your mother but she had to be an amazing woman to have a son who would take care of her like you did. too many people throw their parents in nursing homes these days, it had to be a great comfort to her to know how much you truly loved her. she is at peace now take comfort in that fact. we are all here for you in your time of need.
Juan ( Tony) Velez
November 12, 2007
I'm very sorry for your loss Josh, I have known you now for about 6 months, I didnt know your mother but I am sure she was the greatest person. I hope she is finally at peace.
Marilyn Rodgers
November 12, 2007
Robbie, you were a total spit-fire for the community. I am confident that the very heavens shudder at your entry into them where you might find something that isn't quite right! I'll miss you, WNY will miss you...
Stephen Karnath
November 12, 2007
Robbie was a board member at Fillmore-Leroy Area REsidents (FLARE) for many years, including most of the 11 years I worked there (1978 - 1988). On a board led by a priest, and several ministers, Robbie was frequently the moral compass for the organization. In my life, I've met lots of highly educated people, lots of highly principled people, lots of kind and compassionate people and even a few humble and self-effacing people. But Robbie was all of these things, and that made her truly unique! Victoria Avenue is a tough street, & she could have left years ago. But she didn't. And the street, the neighborhood and the city are better because of the life she lived and the lessons she left behind.
Sandy Garrett
November 12, 2007
Dear Josh,
You are in my thoughts at this very trying time. I didn't know your mom but I know you and we are a reflection of our parents so your mom was a very special and gifted person. Please accept my sympathies and my thoughts. If there is anything at all that I can do please don't hesitate to ask.
Barbra Kavanaugh
November 11, 2007
I have known Robbie for more than 20 years - we met during my legal services days. Funny, irreverent, and a fierce advocate, she was also relentlessly cheerful, despite her own losses and hardships. My day was instantly sunnier when I ran into Robbie. I will miss that little gift from her.
mary donogher
November 11, 2007
i have known and worked with robbie for good number of years, she was one of a kind. watching her practice law -i learned a tremendous amount from her - and not the stuff they teach you in law school - the stuff you really need to know to be a good, compassionate and caring lawyer to each and every one of your clients-thank you robbie - i will miss you.
Rosemary Alexander
November 11, 2007
Dear Josh and Family,
I don't know if you remember me, Josh, I was one of your teachers at the Bennett Park Montessori Center. As you know, your mom would do whatever it took to help others. She was passionate in her beliefs and her love for you was fierce. I can see her on the third floor at Bennett Park joking and laughing about something you had done or said. It's the way I will remember her - your strongest defender- your champion. Please accept my heart-felt sympathy.
Rose Alexander
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